Created by The Music Man Foundation in 2026, National "It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas" Day is observed the day after Thanksgiving. The fun observance celebrates the start of the holiday season and honors Meredith Willson, who wrote the much-loved song "It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas."
The day recognizes the song's enduring place in holiday music and the way seasonal tunes bring people together. Celebrate by listening to Willson's classic and other Christmas favorites, learning about the song's history, or sharing a favorite version and holiday tradition with #ItsBeginningToLookLikeChristmasDay.
You can also mark the occasion by attending a holiday music event or supporting an organization that celebrates music and the arts.
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